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The national team

Optometry Australia is the national organisation and is charged with driving the federated body’s shared strategic plan for a positive future for optometry in Australia.

Governed by a national board, the national team focuses on creating and enhancing member value with a big-picture and long-term vision that benefits its members, including its six state bodies who make up the federated organisation.

Members of the Optometry Australia team are located throughout Australia with the majority based in Victoria.

We welcome you contacting our team.

Optometry Australia – Melbourne

PO Box 1037, South Melbourne, VIC 3205
Tel: (03) 9668 8500 Fax: (03) 9668 8508
Email: national@optometry.org.au

Note: All general enquiries please call (03) 9668 8500

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